Using Water Wisely

Newport Water reminds our customers to Use Water Wisely

• Check for leaks by checking the reading on your water meter and then turn off all water fixtures for one hour. Go back and check the reading on your meter - if it has changed, you have a leak.
• Fix leaky faucets. A leaky faucet can waste up to 20 gallons of water per day. If the water is hot, you are heating the water before you waste it, which can be very expensive. Replace worn out washers or "O" rings which are usually the cause for leaking faucets.
• Check for leaks in your toilet. This is where most household water is wasted. A leak in a toilet can sometimes be detected by a trickling sound - but it can also leak silently. Place a dye tablet or a few drops of food coloring in the tank. Wait 15 minutes, if colored water appears in the bowl, your flapper or flush valve may need to be replaced.
• Install low flow fixtures. If you do not already have water efficient or low flow fixtures, then install water saving devices that are available on the market today such as retro-fit aerators, flow regulators and water displacement devices.
• Water the Yard in the Morning. The best time to water your yard is early morning, when winds are calm and temperatures are cool. Make sure sprinkler is set properly in order to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.
• Use a rain barrel under a roof gutter downspout to collect water for outdoor use.
• Use a broom instead of a hose to clean driveways, walks, and patios.